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Boozy Cognac and Praline Perfumes in Canada
- Spicy · Woody · Gourmand
- Extrait de Parfum · 100 ml
- 10–12 hour longevity guarantee
$73.00 USDRegular price$103.00
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A boozy gourmand perfume pairs a cognac or liqueur accord with cinnamon, tonka, praline and vanilla, often over oak and sandalwood. Of the perfumes on this page, Maison Alhambra Kismet Magic lists cognac, cinnamon, tonka, oak, praline, vanilla and sandalwood, and Sero Spirit Flame lists those plus hedione and candied almond. Lattafa Khamrah Qahwa and Khamrah Dukhan share praline and tonka. Qadr by Sara Sakina pairs boozy notes with tonka and vanilla.
Key takeaways
- The profile: cognac and cinnamon over praline, vanilla and tonka, with oak and sandalwood.
- Eau de parfum pick: Kismet Magic, with cognac, cinnamon, tonka, oak, praline, vanilla and sandalwood.
- Longest note list: Sero Spirit Flame, which adds hedione and candied almond.
- Khamrah line: Khamrah Qahwa adds coffee; Khamrah Dukhan adds incense and tobacco.
- Our own: Qadr by Sara Sakina, sharing tonka and vanilla, with boozy notes and saffron.
What does a boozy cognac and praline perfume smell like?
The profile starts with a cognac accord warmed by cinnamon. Tonka bean and oak sit in the middle, and praline, vanilla, sandalwood and candied almond make a sweet, woody base. Perfumes in this style usually keep the cognac, the cinnamon or the praline, and change the rest.
Which Arabian perfumes have a boozy gourmand profile?
These perfumes on our shelves share part of this profile, with notes from each house's published list.
| Perfume | Boozy gourmand notes | Different | Strength |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kismet Magic by Maison Alhambra | Cognac, cinnamon, tonka bean, oak, praline, vanilla, sandalwood | No hedione or candied almond listed | Eau de parfum |
| Spirit Flame by Sero | Cognac, cinnamon, tonka bean, oak, hedione, praline, vanilla, sandalwood, candied almond | Extrait strength; its listing names no other notes | Extrait de parfum |
| Khamrah Qahwa by Lattafa | Cinnamon, praline, vanilla, tonka bean | Cardamom, ginger, candied fruits, white flowers, coffee, benzoin and musk; no cognac | Eau de parfum |
| Khamrah Dukhan by Lattafa | Praline, tonka bean | Spices, pimento, mandarin, incense, labdanum, orange blossom, patchouli, tobacco, amber and benzoin; no cognac | Eau de parfum |
| Qadr by Sara Sakina | Tonka, vanilla, and boozy notes in place of cognac | Cardamom, saffron, cade, suede, benzoin, coffee, labdanum, guaiac wood and amberwood; no cinnamon or praline | Extrait de parfum |
Maison Alhambra Kismet Magic: cognac, cinnamon and praline
Kismet Magic carries the cognac-and-praline profile as an eau de parfum. Its published notes are cognac on top, cinnamon, tonka bean and oak in the heart, and praline, vanilla and sandalwood in the base. Hedione and candied almond are not on its list. Choose it if you want cognac, cinnamon and praline in an eau de parfum.
Sero Spirit Flame: the longest note list
Sero Spirit Flame lists more of this profile than any other perfume here: cognac, cinnamon, tonka bean, oak, hedione, praline, vanilla, sandalwood and candied almond. A note list does not show how the materials are balanced, so smell it before you decide. Choose it if you want all of those notes at extrait strength. It is an extrait de parfum in a 50 ml bottle.
Lattafa Khamrah Qahwa: cinnamon and praline with coffee
Khamrah Qahwa belongs to the Khamrah line. Qahwa means coffee in Arabic. It shares cinnamon, praline, vanilla and tonka bean with this profile, and adds cardamom, ginger, candied fruits, white flowers, coffee, benzoin and musk. With no cognac on its list, it is a spiced coffee gourmand rather than a boozy one. Choose it if you want coffee with the cinnamon and praline. It is an eau de parfum.
Lattafa Khamrah Dukhan: praline and tonka with smoke
Khamrah Dukhan is the smoky member of the Khamrah line, and dukhan means smoke in Arabic. It shares praline and tonka bean with this profile, and adds spices, pimento, mandarin, incense, labdanum, orange blossom, patchouli, tobacco, amber and benzoin. It has no cognac or cinnamon on its list. Choose it if you like a sweet praline and tonka base and want incense and tobacco with it. It is an eau de parfum.
Qadr by Sara Sakina: boozy, with saffron and suede
Qadr is our own perfume, so we will be clear about where it fits. It shares tonka and vanilla with this profile, and lists boozy notes in place of cognac. It adds cardamom, saffron, smoky cade, cistus, suede, benzoin, coffee, labdanum, guaiac wood and amberwood, with no cinnamon, praline, oak or almond, so it is less sugary and smokier. Choose it if you like the boozy warmth but want saffron and suede in place of praline. It is an extrait de parfum with our 10 to 12 hour longevity guarantee, and there is a 5 ml tester.
01Top notes
The opening
The first impression, in the opening minutes.
- CardamomGreen, cool spice with a gentle warmth.
- SaffronGolden, leathery and softly honeyed.
- Boozy notesA warm, liqueur-like glow.
- CadeA wisp of smoke from juniper wood.
02Heart notes
The heart
It settles on your skin and shows its character.
- CistusResinous and amber-sweet.
- SuedeSoft, powdery leather.
- BenzoinBalsamic, vanilla-like warmth.
- CoffeeDark roasted beans, smooth and rich.
03Base notes
The drydown
What lingers on skin and clothes for hours.
- TonkaAlmond, caramel and warm hay.
- VanillaCreamy, comforting sweetness.
- LabdanumDeep, ambery resin.
- Guaiac woodSmoky, velvety wood.
- AmberwoodDry, radiant woods.
Which boozy gourmand perfume should you choose?
- You want cognac, cinnamon and praline in an eau de parfum: Maison Alhambra Kismet Magic.
- You want the longest note list, at extrait strength: Sero Spirit Flame.
- You want coffee with the cinnamon and praline: Lattafa Khamrah Qahwa.
- You want incense and tobacco: Lattafa Khamrah Dukhan.
- You want boozy warmth with saffron and suede: Qadr by Sara Sakina.
Questions about boozy gourmand perfumes
Which perfume here lists the most cognac and praline notes?
Sero Spirit Flame lists cognac, cinnamon, tonka bean, oak, hedione, praline, vanilla, sandalwood and candied almond. Maison Alhambra Kismet Magic lists the same notes except hedione and candied almond.
Is Qadr a boozy perfume?
Yes. Qadr is an original perfume mixed by Aymane Zerzkhane for Sara Sakina. It lists boozy notes on top and shares tonka and vanilla with this profile. It adds saffron, cardamom, suede, coffee and smoky cade, and it has no cinnamon or praline.
Can I smell these before buying?
Yes. Visit Sara Sakina at Oakville Place in Oakville, on the upper level across from Sephora, to try testers. A second boutique is now open at Bramalea City Centre in Brampton. For Qadr you can also order the 5 ml tester online.
Khamrah Qahwa or Khamrah Dukhan: which has more of this profile?
By published notes, Khamrah Qahwa shares more: cinnamon, praline, vanilla and tonka bean, against praline and tonka bean for Khamrah Dukhan. Qahwa adds coffee and cardamom. Dukhan adds incense, tobacco and labdanum.
Try the boozy one side by side. Shop Qadr Extrait de Parfum 100 ml, or add the 5 ml tester from the same page. Buy any qualifying perfume over CA$40 with Qadr and get 20% off Qadr, or a free Qadr 5 ml tester instead.
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